Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
burn-a-hole-in-someone's-pocket
idiom
/bɜrn ə hoʊl ɪn ˈsʌmˌwʌnz ˈpɑːkɪt/
Definition
To spend money quickly and carelessly, often implying that the person is driven by an urge to spend rather than need.
Examples
- As soon as his paycheck arrived, he started shopping for new gadgets; it was clear he had a burn-a-hole-in-his-pocket mentality.
- She always burns a hole in her pocket whenever she goes to the mall with her friends.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that someone is eager to spend their money as soon as they have it, often leading to impulsive purchases.
Synonyms
- Spending spree
- Impulsive spending
- Money burning
